Toronto

Cheap Car Hire in Toronto from R1 615

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Toronto with a pick-up date of 2/1 and drop-off date of 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Toronto

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Toronto and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 December 2025.

There are currently 191 hire locations operating in Toronto spread across 56 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Toronto is medium car at R1 615 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R1 678+

Compact

Compact

R1 678+

Intermediate

Intermediate

R1 615+

Full-size

Full-size

R1 881+

Premium

Premium

R2 138+

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

R1 665+

Compare car hire deals in Toronto by type

Here are the best Toronto small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Toronto medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Toronto large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Renault KwidR1 678/day
2
M
A/C
Renault Kwid
Renault SanderoR1 678/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Sandero

Best car hire deals found in Toronto

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Toronto. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Toronto with an average daily rate of R1 776. Data was last updated on 14 December 2025.
Volkswagen PoloR1 615/day
5
M
A/C
Volkswagen Polo
Volvo XC60R1 665/day
5
M
A/C
Volvo XC60
Volkswagen VentoR1 678/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Vento

Cheapflights insights for Toronto car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Toronto, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Toronto?

Book your car hire in Toronto 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R489/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 1 349% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Toronto?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Toronto is Hertz (rated 7.3/10 with 132 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.0/10 with 80 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Toronto?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Toronto is January, when you can expect to pay R354/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Toronto is August (R979/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

R354

February

R371

March

R388

April

R456

May

R489

June

R726

July

R928

August

R979

September

R557

October

R591

November

R388

December

R607

What car do most people hire in Toronto?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Toronto are the following: Standard cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar), Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Toronto?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 41 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Toronto at 19.

Top rental agencies in Toronto

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Toronto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Toronto. Reviews were last updated on 14 December 2025.

Hertz

7,3
Good
132 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,9

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,3

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

7,1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0
Very Good
80 reviews41 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,8

Value

7,6

Thrifty

7,0
Good
30 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

Dollar

6,8
Okay
58 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Overall

6,8

Pick-up/drop-off

6,8

Value

7,0

Avis

7,2
Good
24 reviews19 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,7

Comfort

7,8

Overall

7,2

Pick-up/drop-off

7,0

Value

7,2

Budget

6,9
Okay
27 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,9

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,8

Europcar

6,5
Okay
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

7,5

Overall

6,5

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,5

MEXRENTACAR

5,7
Fair
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,5

Comfort

6,4

Overall

5,7

Pick-up/drop-off

5,0

Value

5,5

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Toronto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 December 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Toronto for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Toronto. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R4 937 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Toronto?

    Yes, cars are available to be hired for an entire month in Toronto.

  • How much is a car hire in Toronto for a weekend?

    R0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Toronto, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Toronto, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of January, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as R0/day.

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